Billing Codes

38816

Thoracotomy, exploratory, with or without biopsy, including insertion of an intercostal catheter where necessary, other than a service associated with: (a) a service to which item 18258, 18260 or 38828 applies; or (b) a service to which item 38815 applies that is performed on the same lung (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

Schedule fee
$1147.10
was $1118.05
100% Benefit
75%: $860.35
Category
Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures
Group T8 · Sub 5
Status
Fee changed
Full description

Thoracotomy, exploratory, with or without biopsy, including insertion of an intercostal catheter where necessary, other than a service associated with: (a) a service to which item 18258, 18260 or 38828 applies; or (b) a service to which item 38815 applies that is performed on the same lung (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

Fee history

Release Change Old New
July 2026 Fee ↑ $1118.05 $1147.1

Data sourced from Australian Government publications · Not an official government service